u/wambolicious

Fresh apprentice here, about to work her very first summer in the bright California sun. What do yall do about sun exposure on your arms and body? I tried T-shirt and sun screen, but disliked feeling greasy, and having to think about re-applying. I've tried a couple brands of UV rated shirts (one from Kohl's, one from REI) and both made me feel extremely swampy.

Is there a sun shirt that doesn't feel like a trash bag? Can I wear those fluorescent t-shirts I see some construction workers wear, or are those insufficient? Should I suck it up and grease up my arms every hour? What do you guys like to do?

Aaaaah! I'm so happy I could jump over a house! I got the call last week to come in for orientation. I signed all my paperwork on Monday and had my first day on the job Tuesday. My crew so far has been great, and I'm really excited to be a part of this local. Bonus, the job I was dispatched to is very close to my house, and I am likely to remain on it until it's completion at the end of summer.

I chose sheet metal because I have a background in sewing and costume fabrication, so I felt like I had some transferrable skills. I'm excited to learn stuff in the shop, like hand fabrication and welding.

Is anyone else here in sheet metal?